The headlines have been filled with news of a hiring slowdown lately. Losing a job can grip those impacted with fear, as they’re likely unsure of the future and what it holds for their household and finances. Worse yet, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported the job market isn’t as healthy as once thought. A total of 911,000 fewer jobs were added over the prior 12 months ending in March 2025 than originally thought, according to the BLS.
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Where you live may also play a part in job security. Online HR platform Techr recently released a study revealing which states are experiencing the fewest layoffs. Moving to a location to increase job security isn’t necessarily feasible, but the report does highlight which states may offer more job security in the current job market.
Minnesota
- Workforce (in thousands): 3,049.4
- Layoffs (in thousands): 23
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 754
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Colorado
- Workforce (in thousands): 2,988.5
- Layoffs (in thousands): 23
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 770
Missouri
- Workforce (in thousands): 2,998.6
- Layoffs (in thousands): 24
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 800
Wisconsin
- Workforce (in thousands): 3,050.5
- Layoffs (in thousands): 26
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 852
Washington
- Workforce (in thousands): 3,664.1
- Layoffs (in thousands): 32
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 873
Iowa
- Workforce (in thousands): 1,598.5
- Layoffs (in thousands): 14
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 876
Massachusetts
- Workforce (in thousands): 3,725.2
- Layoffs (in thousands): 33
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 886
Texas
- Workforce (in thousands): 14,312.7
- Layoffs (in thousands): 128
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 894
Pennsylvania
- Workforce (in thousands): 6,221.4
- Layoffs (in thousands): 57
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 916
Hawaii
- Workforce (in thousands): 651.4
- Layoffs (in thousands): 6
- Layoffs per 100,000 workers: 921
Where Job Security Is Strongest
“These low layoff rates may reflect resilient state economies, steady demand in key sectors, or effective labor policies. It’s a positive signal for job seekers and businesses alike. By tracking layoffs per 100,000 workers, we get a clearer picture of where job security is strongest and where models of labor strength might be studied and replicated,” a representative from Techr said.
In comparison, New Jersey had the highest layoff rate of 1,843 per 100,000 workers. Increasing your value as an employee is a good way to protect yourself in a slowing job market. If possible, pair that with living in a good state to provide more peace of mind.
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